04-09-2010, 12:04 PM
"I haven't been fishing for almost 4 weeks and I need to get out!! When I went last the water temp was 38 & I did NOT wear enough socks or the right socks or something. I could only make it an hour. I think's my gear might need to be a little looser, maybe things are just slightly too tight."
[cool][#0000ff]In the super cold waters of late fall and early spring (and winter) you really have to dress for the occasion. Proper layering is critical...especially on the feet. If your feet get cold it is hard to enjoy the fishing, no matter how good it might be.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]In the early years of tubing we did not have nearly the choices we now have in waders, fins and footwear. It was difficult to find fins large enough to hold my "ample" feet with extra layers of socks. And there were no neoprene foot pockets at the ends of my waders. The only tubing waders were lightweights, with no special feet for warmth. So, with only one layer of wool socks, which was the maximum I could wear and still get into my fins, I could not stay out very long before having to get out and do the "tuber stomp dance" to restore feeling in my feet. A lot of the problem was due to constriction and poor circulation too.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Today I buy "oversize" on everything...just to allow me to add the layers I need to stay comfy on the water. I have the XL model in my diving fins, with large soft pockets to hold my overstuffed wader clad feet comfortably, without constriction. I buy neoprene waders with several Xs in front of the L. I have plenty of room for extra layers of warmth. And, I buy a size 16 divers bootie online, to give protection to my neoprene foot pockets on my waders. On my feet I have three carefully chosen layers of socks. I hardly notice the cold water.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]You are right about the wind. Mama Nature and Murphy work well together. The wind always seems to come from the direction you need to go...and it is always strongest when you are trying to get back to your launch spot after a long tiring day of fishing.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Good luck with your proposed mods on your toon. Probably good insurance to have some additional support for the frame...but not sure about the pedestal seat. Gotta be careful about keeping the center of gravity low...to prevent tipping over or falling out. But, if you have a good wide base on your toon, should be no problem. Although it will also affect both fin kicking and rowing.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Hope you are able to get out soon. [/#0000ff]
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[cool][#0000ff]In the super cold waters of late fall and early spring (and winter) you really have to dress for the occasion. Proper layering is critical...especially on the feet. If your feet get cold it is hard to enjoy the fishing, no matter how good it might be.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]In the early years of tubing we did not have nearly the choices we now have in waders, fins and footwear. It was difficult to find fins large enough to hold my "ample" feet with extra layers of socks. And there were no neoprene foot pockets at the ends of my waders. The only tubing waders were lightweights, with no special feet for warmth. So, with only one layer of wool socks, which was the maximum I could wear and still get into my fins, I could not stay out very long before having to get out and do the "tuber stomp dance" to restore feeling in my feet. A lot of the problem was due to constriction and poor circulation too.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Today I buy "oversize" on everything...just to allow me to add the layers I need to stay comfy on the water. I have the XL model in my diving fins, with large soft pockets to hold my overstuffed wader clad feet comfortably, without constriction. I buy neoprene waders with several Xs in front of the L. I have plenty of room for extra layers of warmth. And, I buy a size 16 divers bootie online, to give protection to my neoprene foot pockets on my waders. On my feet I have three carefully chosen layers of socks. I hardly notice the cold water.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]You are right about the wind. Mama Nature and Murphy work well together. The wind always seems to come from the direction you need to go...and it is always strongest when you are trying to get back to your launch spot after a long tiring day of fishing.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Good luck with your proposed mods on your toon. Probably good insurance to have some additional support for the frame...but not sure about the pedestal seat. Gotta be careful about keeping the center of gravity low...to prevent tipping over or falling out. But, if you have a good wide base on your toon, should be no problem. Although it will also affect both fin kicking and rowing.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]Hope you are able to get out soon. [/#0000ff]
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